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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1935 Vision of Joseph Henabery
To understand the modern evolution of United States film, one must first look at Speed Devils and the collaborative alchemy between Joseph Henabery and the 1935 creative team. Subverting the expectations of the typical 1935 audience, it remains a vital reference point for anyone studying the evolution of Joseph Henabery.
In Speed Devils, Joseph Henabery pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | Deep Focus |
| Soundtrack | Experimental |
| Editing | Invisible |
| Art Direction | Kitsch |
Visualizing the convergence of Joseph Henabery's style and the core Drama narrative.
Martin Gray (Paul Kelly) and Dan Holden (Russell Hardie) are rival race-car drivers, and both crash in a big race and decide to give up racing and become partners in an auto-repair business. Pat Corey (Marguerite Churchill), a reporter on the local newspaper, has been Dan's girlfriend but she falls in love with Martin. The latter refuses to accept any city-repair work which involves kickback payments to a couple of crooked politicians, but Dan is apparently willing to do so. The politicians plot to split the partners by showing Dan that Martin is romancing Pat.
Decades after its release, Speed Devils remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Joseph Henabery's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.